Element used in illuminated signs (4)
Archive answer — July 23, 2026
14 Across
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“NEON” is the published 4-letter fill for 14 Across. Use the crossing letters in the grid below to verify how it fits.
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Across
- 1. Cardiac device (9)
Answer: PACEMAKER
- 8. Instruct (5)
Answer: TEACH
- 10. Fake jewellery (5)
Answer: PASTE
- 12. Cow's noise (3)
Answer: MOO
- 13. Previous day (3)
Answer: EVE
- 14. Element used in illuminated signs (4)
Answer: NEON
- 15. Unsuccessful (6)
Answer: FAILED
- 16. Plant life (5)
Answer: FLORA
- 18. Sword (6)
Answer: RAPIER
- 20. Diplomacy (4)
Answer: TACT
- 22. Insect (3)
Answer: ANT
- 23. Medic, informally (3)
Answer: DOC
- 24. Set of beliefs (5)
Answer: TENET
- 25. Mistake (5)
Answer: ERROR
- 26. Without points (9)
Answer: SCORELESS
Down
- 2. Texan mission (5)
Answer: ALAMO
- 3. Resound (4)
Answer: ECHO
- 4. Seem (6)
Answer: APPEAR
- 5. Painter's stand (5)
Answer: EASEL
- 6. Whatever happens (2,3,4)
Answer: ATANYRATE
- 7. Racing advantage (4,5)
Answer: HEADSTART
- 9. Restrict (7)
Answer: CONFINE
- 11. Pilot (7)
Answer: AVIATOR
- 15. On behalf of (3)
Answer: FOR
- 17. Epistle (6)
Answer: LETTER
- 19. Sudden fear (5)
Answer: PANIC
- 21. Units of area (5)
Answer: ACRES
- 23. Transaction (4)
Answer: DEAL
The answer to “Element used in illuminated signs (4)” in the Mirror Quick Crossword is NEON — a 4-letter word. It appears in our available data for July 23, 2026 at 14-Across. Below you can reveal the fill one letter at a time, check the full puzzle, and open every related clue page.
“Element used in illuminated signs (4)” answer
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Why does NEON fit?
NEON is the published 4-letter answer at 14-Across. The highlighted path in the puzzle shows exactly where the entry sits.
When else has “Element used in illuminated signs (4)” appeared?
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Frequently asked questions
What is the answer to “Element used in illuminated signs (4)”?
The answer is NEON.
How many letters are in the answer?
4 letters: NEON.
When did this clue appear?
It appears in the Mirror Quick Crossword for July 23, 2026 at 14-Across.
Can this clue have a different answer?
Yes. Crossword clues may be reused with a different fill depending on the grid. Recent matching appearances are listed above when available.
Where can I find the rest of this day’s answers?
Open the Mirror Quick answers page for July 23, 2026 for the full grid and every clue.